Where is cheapest to shop in Da Nang: local markets, malls or online marketplaces?

September reports about an unnamed night market differ: one shopper found it expensive even after bargaining and found lower prices in nearby shops, while another described the night market as very cheap.

A shopper reported that price tags often show two prices, with the lower one available to store cardholders. Scanning an item initially shows the regular price; an applicable discount appears after the item is added to the basket.

Bac My An market has decent prices, and MM Megamarket is slightly cheaper than Lotte Mart. Buy fruit and veggies at the market, but meat is better from a supermarket.

Nothing beats market prices, but the difference is usually only about 5%. Markets can be smelly and unsanitary (rats), so many travelers skip them despite the small savings.

Booking through Trip.com adds their markup on top, making the final price higher than booking directly.

You can buy almost everything at Lotte Mart or Vincom Plaza, often cheaper than small local shops near hotels, which price for tourists.

At markets, sellers sometimes quote an inflated 'foreigner price' as a test — they're reluctant to haggle but will eventually lower it.

For motorbike parts, look for small specialized local shops — prices can be lower than on popular online marketplaces.

If you're comfortable with open-air markets and want the lowest prices, try Con Market — you can usually negotiate the price down by about 20%.